WWBIC

Milwaukee & Waukesha Area Training Sessions

In person as well as online sessions via Zoom are available – click on each session title for details. For online sessions, after registering, a WWBIC team member will be in touch to share the link to the class as well as to gather our quick Client Information Form. If you have any questions, please reach out to your regional WWBIC office or email us at info@wwbic.com

Looking for webinars to take on your own time? No problem. Contact us today at 414.263.5450 to connect to WWBIC’s training sessions “on-demand.”

Expand the sections below to view classes based on your business stage, or scroll down to view a full calendar of Milwaukee & Waukesha area classes. If you’re looking for classes in other areas of the state, click here.

Starting a Business

Classes for those new to WWBIC or looking for training & resources to get their business started

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Looking to have your business plan reviewed but not sure where to turn? Join us at this event, where you’ll be paired one-on-one with a seasoned business expert. Together, you’ll review your business plan, receive tailored feedback, and map out actionable next steps to help you move forward with confidence. Please note, to ensure you (more…)

Managing a Business

Classes for those who have recently launched a business.

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Starting a business is exciting but knowing how to market it can feel overwhelming. Before you spend more money on advertising, social media, or a website, it’s important to build a solid foundation. In this practical, no-fluff workshop, Revenue Strategist Lisa Raebel will walk you though the five essential decisions every business owner needs to (more…)


A business plan is not a document to complete and stick in a drawer. If used properly, it should be an ongoing resource to help you launch, manage and grow your business. LivePlan is a business plan software that will help you to do that successfully. Join us and learn about what information goes into (more…)


¿Tienes una idea de negocio y no sabes por dónde empezar? Este Boot Camp de Plan de Negocios está diseñado para ayudarte a transformar tu idea en un plan claro, organizado y listo para poner en acción. Durante dos sábados consecutivos, aprenderás paso a paso a desarrollar los elementos esenciales de un plan de negocios, (more…)


Need funding and/or a roadmap for your business? In nine weeks (including graduation), learn the basics of developing and completing a business plan to run a successful business. Access to a computer and basic technology skills are required. Note: “Introduction to Building Out a Business Plan” is a pre-requisite for this series. Need-based scholarships available; (more…)


This session covers funding opportunities, technical assistance, networking resources, and strategies for overcoming common rural business challenges. Participants will leave with actionable insights and connections to programs that can help grow and sustain their businesses. (more…)


Learn how to create simple systems and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that streamline your daily operations and keep your business running efficiently. This course will help you organize workflows, improve consistency, and reduce time spent on repetitive tasks. Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to build a strong operational foundation for sustainable (more…)


Looking to have your business plan reviewed but not sure where to turn? Join us at this event, where you’ll be paired one-on-one with a seasoned business expert. Together, you’ll review your business plan, receive tailored feedback, and map out actionable next steps to help you move forward with confidence. Please note, to ensure you (more…)

Growing a Business

Classes for both new & experienced business owners to expand their learning and improve their results.

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Starting a business is exciting but knowing how to market it can feel overwhelming. Before you spend more money on advertising, social media, or a website, it’s important to build a solid foundation. In this practical, no-fluff workshop, Revenue Strategist Lisa Raebel will walk you though the five essential decisions every business owner needs to (more…)


Google Business Profile is a free tool available to almost every business owner. In this training, an expert facilitator will walk you through the basics of setting up and managing your Google Business Profile. In addition to learning the fundamentals, you’ll have the opportunity for hands-on guidance, whether you’re creating a new profile, optimizing an (more…)


Growing a childcare business takes more than adding children to your program. This training will cover practical ways to strengthen your business, increase capacity, manage staffing, and prepare for growth. You’ll learn how to identify opportunities to grow while making sure your business can support that growth. Whether you’re just starting to think about expansion (more…)


  •  October 6, 2026
     6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Moving into a commercial space whether you lease or buy is both an exciting and challenging time for businesses. ALL businesses are required to obtain occupancy permits to begin operations and open their doors to serve. Businesses are part of the urban planning for the municipalities they are located in. This course is designed to (more…)

Financial Wellness

Classes for those looking to improve their personal finances. All WWBIC financial capability programs are FREE to attendees.

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Join us for an interactive financial literacy training designed to help participants build a strong foundation in personal money management. During this workshop, attendees will learn practical strategies for budgeting, saving, managing debt, improving credit, and setting financial goals. Linday Heights residents who successfully complete the training and meet with a financial coach on two (more…)

ALL UPCOMING MILWAUKEE & WAUKESHA AREA CLASSES

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Starting a business is exciting but knowing how to market it can feel overwhelming. Before you spend more money on advertising, social media, or a website, it’s important to build a solid foundation. In this practical, no-fluff workshop, Revenue Strategist Lisa Raebel will walk you though the five essential decisions every business owner needs to (more…)


Google Business Profile is a free tool available to almost every business owner. In this training, an expert facilitator will walk you through the basics of setting up and managing your Google Business Profile. In addition to learning the fundamentals, you’ll have the opportunity for hands-on guidance, whether you’re creating a new profile, optimizing an (more…)


A business plan is not a document to complete and stick in a drawer. If used properly, it should be an ongoing resource to help you launch, manage and grow your business. LivePlan is a business plan software that will help you to do that successfully. Join us and learn about what information goes into (more…)


¿Tienes una idea de negocio y no sabes por dónde empezar? Este Boot Camp de Plan de Negocios está diseñado para ayudarte a transformar tu idea en un plan claro, organizado y listo para poner en acción. Durante dos sábados consecutivos, aprenderás paso a paso a desarrollar los elementos esenciales de un plan de negocios, (more…)


Growing a childcare business takes more than adding children to your program. This training will cover practical ways to strengthen your business, increase capacity, manage staffing, and prepare for growth. You’ll learn how to identify opportunities to grow while making sure your business can support that growth. Whether you’re just starting to think about expansion (more…)


Need funding and/or a roadmap for your business? In nine weeks (including graduation), learn the basics of developing and completing a business plan to run a successful business. Access to a computer and basic technology skills are required. Note: “Introduction to Building Out a Business Plan” is a pre-requisite for this series. Need-based scholarships available; (more…)


This session covers funding opportunities, technical assistance, networking resources, and strategies for overcoming common rural business challenges. Participants will leave with actionable insights and connections to programs that can help grow and sustain their businesses. (more…)


Learn how to create simple systems and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that streamline your daily operations and keep your business running efficiently. This course will help you organize workflows, improve consistency, and reduce time spent on repetitive tasks. Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to build a strong operational foundation for sustainable (more…)


Join us for an interactive financial literacy training designed to help participants build a strong foundation in personal money management. During this workshop, attendees will learn practical strategies for budgeting, saving, managing debt, improving credit, and setting financial goals. Linday Heights residents who successfully complete the training and meet with a financial coach on two (more…)


  •  October 6, 2026
     6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Moving into a commercial space whether you lease or buy is both an exciting and challenging time for businesses. ALL businesses are required to obtain occupancy permits to begin operations and open their doors to serve. Businesses are part of the urban planning for the municipalities they are located in. This course is designed to (more…)

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